Stanbic Bank Ghana has facilitated the participation of nine (9) Ghanaian businesses at the prestigious 2024 China International Import Expo (CIIE) held in Shanghai from November 5th to 10th, 2024. The businesses, had the opportunity to participate in matchmaking sessions, connecting them with potential Chinese partners and buyers.

Speaking on the significance of the participation of Ghanaian businesses in the expo, Head of Africa-China Trade Banking at Stanbic Bank, Aurelia Baaba Ofori Odame indicated that, the partnership between Ghana and China has been a catalyst for economic growth.

She said, “Stanbic Bank, through its Africa-China Trade Banking division, is dedicated to unlocking opportunities for Ghanaian businesses in the vast Chinese market. Our participation in this expo underscores our commitment to supporting businesses and fostering economic growth.”

As China’s foremost expo dedicated to imports, the CIIE attracts global attention, offering unparalleled opportunities for foreign companies seeking to tap into one of the largest consumer markets in the world. Since inception, the CIIE has established itself as a vital platform where businesses from around the globe can showcase their products and services, forge partnerships, and strike lucrative deals. Standard Bank Group by leveraging on our partnership with Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (ICBC), the world’s largest bank, has created a platform for the members of the group to unlock numerous opportunities for the clients of the bank.